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Diagnosis and Testing|Removal and Installation > < 309-00 Exhaust System|Specifications
Exhaust System - Exhaust System Ikon 1999 (01/2000-)
Diagnosis and Testing

Inspection and Verification

  1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart

Mechanical
  • Leaks
  • Metal fatigue or weld failure
  • Pipes, muffler or catalytic converter
  • Joints and flexible pipe
  • Mounting and clamps
  • Clearance and component
  1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
  1. If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart.

Symptom Chart

Symptom Possible Sources Action
Engine has lack of power
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Fuel charging and control.
*
*
*
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Ignition system
*
REFER to Section  303-07 Engine Ignition.
*
Electronic engine control
*
*
Restricted exhaust system
*
CHECK the exhaust system for restrictions. INSTALL new components as necessary.
*
Catalytic converter
*
CHECK the four gas readings. INSTALL new components as necessary.

Diagnosis and Testing|Removal and Installation > < 309-00 Exhaust System|Specifications